Reynolds, a former Bellator fighter, has won three straight fights, all under the XFC banner. Most recently, he submitted EliteXC/Bellator vet Lorenzo Borgomeo via guillotine choke at XFC 20 in September. It marked the Florida-based fighter’s 14th stoppage win in 16 career wins.

Newell, meanwhile, looks to maintain his perfect record while picking up a fourth straight XFC win (watch his latest fight). The Massachusetts-based fighter, despite being born with a partially formed left arm, has quickly risen as a top lightweight prospect. He looks for his eighth stoppage win in nine fights when he meets his most experienced opponent yet.

Thomas, meanwhile, is a former UFC and Bellator fights who looks for his third straight win following back-to-back submission victories over “The Ultimate Fighter” alum John Kolosci and Evilasio Silva Araujo. He meets Hill, a “TUF 5″ vet who’s defeated the likes of Kit Cope and Charlie Rader during his current 3-1 run.

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